Notice of Award-Fuels Air Breathing
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force has issued an Award Notice for a single-source acquisition of Fuels Air Breathing equipment to Tech Nexus. This award, valued at $32,994.00, is for explosion-proof breathing air pumps (model BAC-20P) required for aircraft fuel system repair in confined spaces at Eareckson AS, AK. This requirement was set aside for Total Small Business.
Scope of Award
This award covers the procurement of explosion-proof breathing air pumps, specifically the BAC-20P model manufactured by Air Systems International. These pumps are essential for mandatory safety requirements during aircraft fuel system repair in confined spaces, as the previous MAV-8E systems are no longer available. The BAC-20P was authorized by PACAF/A4M until August 26, 2025.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Single Source Award (Simplified Acquisition)
- Awardee: Tech Nexus
- Value: $32,994.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Award Date: June 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Eareckson AS, AK
Justification & Future Intent
The Contracting Officer determined that a single source was reasonably available for this specific requirement in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). However, market research indicated that multiple vendors can provide the BAC-20P model. Consequently, it is recommended that future requirements for this item be solicited via SAM.gov as a brand name solicitation, and a market survey will be conducted to identify potential sources to preclude future single-source acquisitions.